Nice Reflection
Reflections are unavoidable, thanks to the laws of physics (we think). If there’s a shiny surface, you’re going to see a reflection on it, whether it’s the ceiling, a wall, or a person behind the camera. In this case, it’s the third option. Even though the brass surface distorted the reflection, it’s pretty obvious what it is.
In such a case, is it possible to remove the cameraman’s reflection with Photoshop? Was a powerful photo-editing program available in 1998, or were filmmakers forced to live with their mistakes? If that’s the case, then man, filmmakers had to be incredibly careful back in the day!